Scouting Report

Few centers are the equal of Francis when it comes to combining offensive and defensive talent. He is willing and able to contribute to his team in a role as a checker or operate the power play and fuel the attack with his playmaking and intelligence.

Accomplishments

Led the NHL in playoff assists (1991-92)

Holds Penguin team playoff record for most assists in a series, with 11 against

Washington (1994-95)

Led the NHL in assists with 48 (1994-95)

Led the NHL in +/- with +30 (1994-95)

Won Selke Trophy (1995)

Won Lady Byng Trophy (1995)

Miscellaneous

First NHL Game: Nov. 14, 1981 an 8-4 Hartford loss vs. Washington

First NHL Point: Nov. 18, 1981 an assist on a Doug Sulliman goal in an 8-5 Hartford win vs. Toronto